FOCA encourages all boaters to learn the basics of boat safety and how to operate a boat before you get out on the water.
Transport Canada is your source for boater education and safety. Their website provides links to the Office of Boating Safety, and also has a list of accreditted Boating Safety Course providers.
Heading out on your boat? First, review the Transport Canada Safe Boating Guide. It includes a "pre-departure checklist" as well as detailed descriptions of the safety equipment required on various types of vessels.
You are also encouraged to check out all the resources available at smartboater.ca.
The Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations (VORR) govern any restrictions to navigation, including speed limits, or "keep-out" areas. To find out more, visit the Transport Canada website, or click here for a copy of the guidelines for applying for a boating restriction.

Related Downloads and Links:
Check out the MNR's Fish Online interactive website for Ontario lakes. Can you find your lake?
Some tips on saving gas while boating.
Important changes to the Pleasure Craft Operator Card effective April 15, 2011.
NEW! Changes to the Pleasure Craft Licence Application Process - Transport Canada
FOCA members: remember to use your Promo code when ordering these DVDs online.
Boating Safety and Cold Water Immersion
PFD wear - from the Canadian Safe Boating Council
BOATsmart! Canada and FOCA Press Release December 2009
FOCA is supportive of, and recently attended the Clean Marine partners meeting at the Toronto International Boat Show.
Get into boating, visit the Discover Boating website!